The pristine waters crossing this forest form a hidden waterfall among the dense vegetation.

Once known for its horse-powered knife sharpening, this 200-year-old shop offers an array of blades and hard-to-find culinary tools.

A medieval fresco which reminds visitors that death will come for us all.

A local student's chance encounter with Keith Haring led to the creation of one of Europe's largest murals.

A climbing route in the mountains of Italy’s Dolomites, built for soldiers during World War I.

Get buzzed beholding one of the world's largest coffee-machine collections, then step into the café for a specially brewed cup.

The incorrupt tongue of the patron saint of lost things is venerated in this basilica.

One of the highest mountain passes in Europe has been ranked among the best driving roads in the world.

Gorgeous views of Italian mountains and valleys form the backdrop of this unique open-air theater.

Centuries ago, red and white wine poured from the statue's breasts whenever a new Venetian ruler was elected.

On the coast of Sardinia, a once-great mining village is finding new life as a coastal resort town.

A quiet Sicilian village is home to a cafe that had an important role in "The Godfather."

The city of Palestrina was built around this magnificent terraced sanctuary dedicated to the pagan goddess Fortuna.

An Italian vineyard invites religious pilgrims to stop by 24/7 to get their drink on, for free.

A narrow opening between the mountains of the Amalfi Coast creates a scenic hidden beach.

A 1,000-year-old church holds the bones of the Christian martyrs who died hiding inside it.

A lavish 16th-century mansion filled with spectacular staircases, fantastic frescoes, and gorgeous gardens.

One man's quest to fix his toilet unearthed over 5,000 artifacts spanning more than 2,000 years of history.

A line of abandoned, alien-like fortresses dot the mountains of North Italy.

Naturally preserved bodies are eerily staged throughout the crypt in varying poses.

A gorgeous medieval library where the books are kept in chains.

An Italian geologic wonder that served as the inspiration for the landscape of Dante's hell.

Originally a leper colony, the island is now an Armenian monastery that's home to an incredible manuscript library and eclectic museum.

In the world's oldest university is a stunning 17th century anatomical theater carved from spruce.